Manager, Payroll Governance And Operations

You excel in effectively communicating insights, adeptly conveying ideas and information. Your problem-solving abilities showcase finesse, and you address challenges with creativity and resourcefulness. Meticulous in detail and proficient in troubleshooting, you maintain precision in every task, displaying a fervent dedication to resolving technical and process issues. With an enthusiastic drive, you actively seek innovative trends and opportunities, consistently exploring ways to enhance business capabilities. Every detail counts – it's how you (pay) roll!

As the Manager of Payroll Governance & Operations, you are responsible for overseeing and implementing effective Governance and compliance practices within the organization's payroll function. This pivotal role demands a profound understanding of payroll regulations, internal controls, payroll accounting, and risk management to ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance in all payroll-related processes.

Your duties also involve collaborating with Payroll operations and financial teams to build and review payroll controls. You communicate key insights to mid-senior leaders and finance partners, as well as engage with wood products, pulp, and corporate stakeholders.

Additionally, your scope encompasses end-to-end payroll management, compliance assurance, post-payroll financial activities, and the effective Governance and Operations of the payroll system.

The life of the Manager, Payroll Governance and Operations includes:

• Governance and Compliance: Develop, implement, maintain robust governance frameworks for payroll operations and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with Payroll Managers to understand the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Design & monitor internal controls to mitigate risks associated with payroll processes. Conduct reviews and audits to assess the effectiveness
• Implement measures to ensure accuracy and integrity of payroll data. Establish data validation processes and regularly audit data for discrepancies
• Compile and examine financial reports associated with payroll. Provide financial information and analysis to facilitate informed decision-making

For this role, come equipped with:

• Possession of a post-secondary education degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Knowledge of payroll and payroll accounting principles and practices.
• Experience in payroll accounting.

In an ideal scenario, you also possess a CPA accreditation, Payroll certification (PCP), and familiarity with SAP and/or JD Edwards systems.

If you have a strong compliance knowledge for Payroll and Finance along with the ability to work across the operations and financial teams, click that “apply” button today!

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The salary range for this position is: $95,500 - $119,500

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.